Crowns (Caps)

Porcelain Crowns in Chico, CA

A crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size. A crown protects and strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations.

Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain (tooth colored crown) are the most popular. They are highly durable and will last many years, but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced. Porcelain crowns are made to match the shape, size, and color or your teeth giving you a natural, long-lasting beautiful smile.

Reasons for crowns:

Broken or fractured teeth.

Cosmetic enhancement.

Decayed teeth.

Fractured fillings.

Large fillings.

Tooth has a root canal.

What does getting a crown involve?

A crown procedure usually requires two appointments. Your first appointment will include taking several highly accurate molds (or impressions) that will be used to create your custom crown. A mold will also be used to create a temporary crown which will stay on your tooth for approximately two weeks until your new crown is fabricated by a dental laboratory.

While the tooth is numb, the dentist will prepare the tooth by removing any decay and shaping the surface to properly fit the crown. Once these details are accomplished, your temporary crown will be placed with temporary cement and your bite will be checked to ensure you are biting properly.

At your second appointment, your temporary crown will be removed, the tooth will be cleaned, and your new crown will be carefully placed to ensure the spacing and bite are accurate.

You will be given care instructions and encouraged to have regular dental visits to check your new crown.

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Testimonials

Dr. Saunders and Dr. Lim are meticulous in their work and are comfortable to talk to. I've had crowns on my front teeth since age 16. Three dentists treated me prior to Yellowstone Family Dentistry. Now that I am 63 Dr. Saunders has replaced the crowns with 3 implants. My teeth haven't felt this natural since my twenties!

Jill - Chico

My two year old little girl was in need of some rather intensive dental work. She needed caps and some fillings. She has had problems with her front teeth since she was very young. I had been seeing another dentist in town, even thought she did not accept my insurance. She was also not authorized to perform the necessary work my daughter needed, since she would need to be under anesthesia in a hospital setting. I had two other consultations and was so unsure of both. I was finally led to Yellowstone Family Dentistry by another dentist. This was wonderful. Not only did they accept my insurance (Healthy Families Deltal Dental) they have hospital rights, and my daughter really liked the facility, and all of the staff. This was such a breakthrough for us. We saw Dr. Saunders and she performed the necessary work my daughter needed at the Skyway Surgery Center. My daughter came out of the surgery with flying colors. Her recovery was fast and she is doing great. Dr. Saunders and all of the staff were so kind and helpful! The surgery center is a wonderful facility. They all really made a difference for my daughter, and for us. I would recommend Yellowstone Family Dentistry to anyone looking for a wonderful dentist and a great experience.